The Covington News
Newspaper PublishingGeorgia, United States11-50 Employees
The Covington News is a tri-weekly newspaper published in Covington, Georgia, serving Newton County with local coverage and online access through a digital edition that includes clickable links and videos tied to regional sports and events. Owned by Morris Multimedia, the publication operates from its Covington location and maintains a newsroom focused on delivering ongoing regional reporting to a community-based audience. The newspaper participates in the broader industry of newspaper publishing, positioning itself as a local information source that complements its print edition with digital content. The company has a long, locally rooted history dating back to the 19th century through its lineage as The Georgia Enterprise and its subsequent evolutions into The Covington News, with various ownership changes over the decades; in modern times it is part of Morris Multimedia and is associated with local titles such as The News and Advertiser and The Rockdale News. A recent development noted in company communications is the appointment of Phillip B. Hubbard as managing editor, effective September 2023.